Exploring earths surface Flashcards
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Elevation
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The height above sea level
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Topography
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Hihi
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Relief
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The difference in elevation between the highest and lowest parts in an area
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Landform
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A feature of topography formed by the shape of the earths surface like a hill or valley
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Plain
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A land form that is made of of entirely flat or gently rolling land with low relief
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Mountain
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A land form with a high elevation and high relief
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Mountain range
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A group of mountains that are closely related in shape, size, age and structure
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Plateau
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A land form with a high elevation and perfectly smooth surface on top
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Landform regions
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A large area of land where the topography is made up mainly of one type of landform or the same topography
